Electrical engineer jobs in Canada (1,315 jobs)

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Counted Nov 6, 2026

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Open jobs: 1,315
Employers: 464

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $106,428Across 227 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $53.14Across 38 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 1%7 listings
Hybrid: 38%494 listings
On-site: 62%811 listings

Not specified: <1% (3 listings)

Employers hiring include WSP in Canada (98), Egis Group (61), BBA Consultants (42).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Junior Avionics Engineer
Top Aces
Dorval, QC
- Full-time
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Junior Avionics Engineer
Top Aces
Dorval, QC
- Full-time
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Associate Electrical Engineer
Innergex
Longueuil, QC
- Full-time
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Electrical Engineer-Construction Support
WSG Energy Services
BC
We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer – Construction Support to provide technical guidance and field engineering support during the construction phase of a major…
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer
CBCL Limited
Halifax, NS
We have an exciting opportunity for an Buildings Electrical Engineer to join our Halifax, NS team!
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Senior Electrical Engineer - Energy and Resources
CIMA+
Thunder Bay, ON
- $131,200 to $180,400 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Senior Electrical Engineer - Energy and Resources
CIMA+
Thunder Bay, ON
- $131,200 to $180,400 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Instrumentation Engineer
SLR Consulting
Sudbury, ON
- Full-time
As our new Instrumentation Engineer, you will be
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Intermediate/Senior Electrical Engineer (Lethbridge)
Tetranex Solutions Inc.
Lethbridge, AB
- Full-time
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Senior Electrical Engineer
Hays
London, ON
- Full-time
…presence in the Ontario market. The firm provides mechanical and electrical engineering services across a diverse portfolio of projects including healthcare, education, municipal,…
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer – Mining and Utilities
BBA Consultants
Concord, ON
- Full-time
We’re seeking an intermediate electrical engineer with approximately six years of relevant engineering experience, primarily within the mining and industrial sectors, with additional…
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Electrical Engineer
Hatch
Winnipeg, MB
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Senior Electrical Engineer
Stantec
Markham, ON
- Full-time
With guidance from the electrical team principal, you will lead electrical design and construction oversight on a broad variety of building design projects in different geographies and…
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Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer
ALTEN Canada
Toronto, ON · Etobicoke, ON
- Full-time
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Electrical Engineer
Intertape Polymer Group (IPG)
Truro, NS
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Electrical Engineer
Intertape Polymer Group (IPG)
Truro, NS · NS
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Plant Electrical Engineer
Celanese International Corporation
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
The Plant Electrical Engineer supports safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of electrical assets at the Celanese Edmonton manufacturing site. The role leads reliability strategy…
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Plant Electrical Engineer
Celanese
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
The Plant Electrical Engineer supports safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of electrical assets at the Celanese Edmonton manufacturing site. This role leads reliability strategy…
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer- Water
Stantec
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
You will support the design and delivery of electrical systems for a wide range of water and wa
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Senior Electrical Engineer, Industrial
Stantec
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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Building Electrical Engineer
Stantec
Quebec, QC
- Full-time
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Building Electrical Engineer
Stantec
Laval, QC
- Full-time
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Building Electrical Engineer
Stantec
Quebec, QC
- Full-time
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Building Electrical Engineer
Stantec
Longueuil, QC
- Full-time
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Building Electrical Engineer
Stantec
Montreal, QC
- Full-time

CBCL Limited

Intermediate Electrical Engineer

Halifax, NS, B3J 2R7, Canada

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Job details

Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 18, 2026

Original job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Buildings Electrical Engineer to join our Halifax, NS team!

As an Electrical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems for various building projects. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure that our electrical designs are efficient, safe, and meet client expectations. This role requires a strong background in electrical engineering, a passion for innovation, and a commitment to sustainability.

Specifically, you will:

Design and prepare contract documents for electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and communication systems;
Participate in Building Condition Assessments (BCAs);
Coordinate design support staff across multiple disciplines;
Manage projects to meet budget and deliverables;
Prepare proposals, respond to external RFPs, and lead proposal initiatives in collaboration with other disciplines and stakeholders;
Provide input into construction cost estimates;
Perform Construction administration and field reviews;
Conduct document development, planning, and/or execution of commissioning and start-up activities;
Participate in Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Studies;
Prepare technical RFQ documents, technical review of bid submissions, and review of vendor documentation following award;
Coordinate and work with project team members in various branch offices or project sites in Canada and abroad;
Assure that all work on assigned projects is timely, within budget, accurate, and in-line with corporate and/or project specific quality and safety objectives;
Participate in the design, construction administration, and/or commissioning of Health care facilities including Public Private Partnerships (PPP), acute care facilities, long-term care facilities and primary care facilities.

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering;
Registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada with eligibility for registration with
the provincial licensing body;
Minimum seven (7) years experience in the design of electrical systems for commercial and institutional buildings;
Additional professional accreditations such as PMP, RCDD, LC, LEED AP, WELL AP, CTS, CEM, RHFAC, etc. would be considered an asset;
Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit
Experience with AGi32 lighting simulation software;
Experience with ElumTools would be considered an asset;
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills;
Valid driver’s license and be able to travel to job sites within Ontario and surrounding areas.

What we can offer you:

A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions
- Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
Maternity or Parental leave top-up
Health spending account
Wellness incentive
Membership dues reimbursement
Education and lifelong learning subsidization
Community volunteering incentive
Employee Family Assistance Program
Public transit subsidy

In addition to the above benefits, we offer:

Flexible work hours with occasional work-from-home opportunities, supporting both your professional and personal commitments.
Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise.
Exposure to a variety of projects.
Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests.
Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise.
Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development.
Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa.
Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills.

About Us

At CBCL our purpose is to create a positive and lasting impact on people and our planet. As an employee-owned firm, at CBCL, our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton, NB; St. John's, NL, and Ottawa, ON.

CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive, accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process, or while working with us, please email hr@cbcl.ca. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.

Our goal is to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent individuals from thriving in their roles.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

You will design and implement electrical systems for building projects, including power distribution, lighting, and fire alarm systems. Additionally, you will manage project budgets, lead proposal initiatives, and perform construction administration and field reviews.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering and be registered as a Professional Engineer in Canada. A minimum of seven years of experience in electrical systems design for commercial and institutional buildings is required.

Skills

Electrical engineering
Power distribution
Lighting design
Fire alarm systems
Communication systems
Building condition assessments
Project management
Construction administration
Field reviews
AutoCAD
Revit
AGi32
ElumTools
Technical proposal writing
Energy efficiency studies
Renewable energy studies

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental benefits
Defined benefit pension plan
Vacation allowance
Maternity or parental leave top-up
Health spending account
Wellness incentive
Membership dues reimbursement
Education and lifelong learning subsidization
Community volunteering incentive
Employee family assistance program
Public transit subsidy

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Keywords

Electrical Engineering
Power Distribution
Lighting
Fire Alarm
Communication Systems
Building Condition Assessments
AutoCAD
Revit
AGi32
ElumTools
PMP
RCDD
LC
LEED AP
WELL AP
CTS
CEM
RHFAC
Construction Administration
Energy Efficiency
Renewable Energy
Proposal Writing
Project Management
Health Care Facilities
Public Private Partnerships
Sustainability
Commissioning
Start-up Activities
Technical Review
Vendor Documentation

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